Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing. I noticed that he was coughing more severely and had a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s crying due to tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s pediatric tonsillitis, you can give the child some antibiotics as a symptomatic treatment, which is usually effective. Regional rinsing or spray medications can also be considered, and symptomatic medications can be injected into the tonsils, all of which are quite effective. If the child has severe throat pain, it is recommended to use painkillers to relieve the symptoms. If the child has a slight fever, antipyretic measures should be taken accordingly. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently recurs inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor for surgical treatment options. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating the symptoms by catching a cold.